My seven years at Sussex have given me a great insight into the landscape of professional cricket in this country, both men’s and women’s. Sussex chair Jon Filby said: “The board of Sussex Cricket is extremely grateful to Rob for his outstanding contribution to Sussex since he joined us in January 2017. It's fantastic that we've been able to bring Rob Andrew on board into such an important role," ECB CEO Richard Gould said in a statement.

The relationship between the ECB and the First-Class Counties is of paramount importance, and the way in which we’re able to support the men’s and women’s professional game is one of our major priorities. To bring in someone with the skills and the background of Rob is of huge benefit to us and the entire game, and we look forward to seeing how he adds value and contributes to the future direction and success of the ECB on all business matters. Sussex Cricket chief executive Rob Andrew is to join the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) as the new managing director of the professional game, leaving the county after seven years. Vic Richardson, who was Test captain of Don Bradman, had an interesting advice for his eldest grandson, who was a promising cricketer. With a highly talented group of young cricketers under the leadership of Paul Farbrace set for on-field success, women’s cricket continuing to grow rapidly, the Sussex Cricket League again expected to grow next summer and our important partnerships with Oxfordshire Cricket and the Brighton Aldridge Community Academy, cricket in Sussex is in rude health.Formerly an international rugby union player for England Men, he was also Director of Rugby at Newcastle Falcons and Director of Professional Rugby at the Rugby Football Union (RFU).

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced that Rob Andrew, Chief Executive Officer of Sussex Cricket, will join the company as the new Managing Director, Professional Game, leaving Sussex after 7 years. Rob Andrew said: “I am delighted to be joining the ECB at such an exciting time for cricket, and in particular such an exciting time for the professional men’s and women’s game. ECB chief executive Richard Gould said: “It’s fantastic that we’ve been able to bring Rob Andrew on board into such an important role. My seven years at Sussex have given me a great insight into the landscape of professional cricket in this country, both men's and women's," Andrew said. Former England rugby union player and Sussex County Cricket Club chief executive Rob Andrew has been appointed as England's managing director of professional cricket, the country's cricket board (ECB) said on Friday.His leadership through the intense difficulties caused by the pandemic and his outstanding work on the development of the Tate Residences ensure that he leaves the organisation in a very good position. I look forward to working with all ECB partners and stakeholders to build on already strong foundations. Equally, the opportunities to take the women’s game forward are immense and working together with all partners will be critical to getting this right. I am convinced that Rob’s appointment at the ECB shows the depth of their intention to fully support the 18 first-class counties for men’s cricket.

Sussex Chair, Jon Filby said: “The Board of Sussex Cricket is extremely grateful to Rob for his outstanding contribution to Sussex since he joined us in January 2017. With a highly talented group of young cricketers under the leadership of Paul Farbrace set for on field success, women’s cricket continuing to grow rapidly, the Sussex Cricket League again expected to grow next summer, and our important partnerships with Oxfordshire Cricket and the Brighton Aldridge Community Academy, cricket in Sussex is in rude health. The position forms part of the ECB’s Senior Leadership Team with overall responsibility for the professional domestic game, including management of the County Partnership Agreement and support of the Professional Game Committee, which has responsibility to provide strategic advice to the ECB Board in relation to men’s and women’s professional cricket.The relationship between the ECB and the first-class counties is of paramount importance and the way in which we’re able to support the men’s and women’s professional game is one of our major priorities. Andrew moving into the role will enable Neil Snowball to take on the role of MD Competitions and Major Events.

The relationship between the ECB and the First Class Counties is of paramount importance, and the way in which we’re able to support the men’s and women’s professional game is one of our major priorities. After making the switch to rugby in his youth, flyhalf Andrew made 71 appearances for England and was in the squads that won three Grand Slams and finished runners-up at the 1991 World Cup. The new role succeeds that of managing director of county cricket and Andrew will assume responsibility for growing and nurturing men’s and women’s professional domestic cricket. ECB Chief Executive Officer Richard Gould said: “It’s fantastic that we’ve been able to bring Rob Andrew on board into such an important role.The new role succeeds that of Managing Director, County Cricket and will see Andrew assuming responsibility for growing and nurturing both men’s and women’s professional domestic cricket in line with the Inspiring Generations strategy, and overseeing engagement with the First Class Counties and Women’s Regional Teams. Reuters) - Former England rugby union player and Sussex County Cricket Club chief executive Rob Andrew has been appointed as England's managing director of professional cricket, the country's cricket board (ECB) said on Friday. To bring in someone with the skills and the background of Rob is of huge benefit to us and the entire game and we look forward to seeing how he adds value and contributes to the future direction and success of the ECB on all business matters. We wish him well in his new role and very much look forward to working with him on securing the future of cricket in Sussex and beyond.